Cricket Tours: The Complete 2027 Guide for Schools, Academies & Clubs

A cricket tour is one of the great rites of passage in the game. Playing on new pitches, in different conditions and against unfamiliar opposition teaches players more in two weeks than a whole season at home. This guide answers the questions coaches, schools, clubs and parents ask us most about cricket tours.

Olimpia Tour designs and manages cricket tours for school, academy and club teams of every age and standard. Every tour is tailored, so costs are always on request.

Key Takeaways

• •The best cricket tours follow the season: England in summer, and Sri Lanka, India, South Africa and Australia in the other half of the year.
• •Most tours include 4–6 fixtures (T20 and 40/50-over), net sessions and specialist coaching.
• •Watching international or franchise cricket live is a tour highlight.
• •A touring squad is usually 14–16 players plus staff.
• •Plan 12–18 months ahead, especially for school tours.

Where are the best cricket tour destinations?

• •England — county grounds, historic clubs, independent schools and the chance to watch Test or county cricket.
• •Sri Lanka — spin-friendly conditions, passionate cricket culture and great value.
• •India — the heartbeat of world cricket, academies and turning pitches.
• •South Africa — quick, bouncy pitches and strong school cricket.
• •Australia — hard, fast wickets and world-class facilities.
• •The Caribbean — relaxed island cricket with a rich history.

When is the best time for a cricket tour?

Follow the sun. England's season runs roughly April to September. Sri Lanka, India, South Africa, Australia and the Caribbean are best between roughly October and April. We match your school holidays or club off-season to the best cricket window.

What does a cricket tour include?

• •Fixtures — T20 and 40/50-over games against schools, clubs and academies of a similar standard.
• •Coaching — net sessions, spin and pace clinics, fielding and match-scenario training with experienced coaches.
• •Watching elite cricket — international or franchise matches when the calendar allows.
• •Culture and team-building — sightseeing and experiences that bring the squad together.
• •Full logistics — flights, hotels, transport, kit handling, meals, insurance guidance and a 24/7 coordinator.

What does a typical 12-day cricket tour look like?

1. Day 1 — Arrive, settle in, light net session.

2. Day 2 — Coaching clinic and acclimatisation.

3. Day 3 — First fixture (T20).

4. Day 4 — Cultural day.

5. Day 5 — Second fixture (one-day).

6. Day 6 — Specialist coaching and recovery.

7. Day 7 — Travel to a second city.

8. Day 8 — Third fixture.

9. Day 9 — Watch international or franchise cricket.

10. Day 10 — Fourth fixture.

11. Day 11 — Rest, sightseeing and farewell dinner.

12. Day 12 — Depart.

How do we choose the right opposition?

We match fixtures by age, standard and format so every game is competitive. Tell us your squad's level and we'll build a fixture list that challenges players without mismatches.

How is safety managed?

Every Olimpia Tour follows an ISO 31030-aligned travel risk plan: vetted accommodation, agreed supervision ratios, medical access, emergency procedures and a 24/7 on-ground coordinator. Read our duty of care guide and our 12–18 month planning timeline.

Ready to plan your tour?

See our cricket tours page and read our cricket tours guide, cricket tours to England and the UK and cricket tours to Sri Lanka. Then start building your tour, message us on WhatsApp or contact us — every tour is tailored, with costs on request.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a cricket tour?

A trip for a school, academy or club cricket team combining fixtures against local teams, coaching and net sessions, watching elite cricket and cultural experiences.

Where are the best places for a cricket tour?

England, Sri Lanka, India, South Africa, Australia and the Caribbean are the most popular cricket tour destinations.

When should we go on a cricket tour?

England is best from about April to September; Sri Lanka, India, South Africa, Australia and the Caribbean are best from about October to April.

How many matches are played on a cricket tour?

Most tours include 4–6 fixtures in T20 and 40/50-over formats, balanced with coaching and rest days.

How many players go on a cricket tour?

Usually 14–16 players plus coaches, a team manager and a first-aider.

How much does a cricket tour cost?

It depends on destination, group size, length and inclusions. Every Olimpia Tour cricket tour is tailored, with costs on request.